Call us:

(323) 208-5755

Call us:

(323) 208-5755

Second Passport Help

Need a second passport book for visa conflicts, frequent travel, or urgent international plans? Start here.

Question

How fast can I get it?

How much does it cost?

What do I do right now?

Clear Answer

Expedited processing is currently 2-3 weeks, not including mailing time. If your travel or visa deadline is urgent, a passport agency or center route may be needed.

Starting at $199 service fee + government fees + shipping. Government fee examples: adult passport book $130, expedited service $60 if used, optional 1-3 day delivery $22.05, and $35 acceptance fee if DS-11 is required.

Call (323) 208-5755. Have your current passport, travel dates, visa schedule, proof of need, passport photo, and signed explanation ready.

Need assistance with your passport or visa?

Call us:

(323) 208-5755

SameDay Passport & Visas is a private passport and visa assistance service. The U.S. Department of State controls passport approval, appointment availability, and issuance.

Service Overview

A second U.S. passport book is a special-case passport for travelers who meet specific requirements. It is not a duplicate passport for convenience. The U.S. Department of State may issue a second passport book for qualifying visa conflicts, frequent international visa needs, urgent travel with visa delays, special validation needs, or certain endorsement issues.

Second passport books are valid for four years or less. The Department of State issues second passport books only, not second passport cards.

Who This Helps

This service may be right for you if:

Your current passport is with an embassy or consulate for visa processing
You need visas for several countries on an ongoing basis
A country may deny entry because your passport contains stamps or visas from another country
You need urgent travel while a foreign visa process is delayed
You have a valid visa in your current passport that should not be canceled
You need a special validation or endorsement issue handled

Qualification and Decision Factors

Situation

Why It Matters

Visa conflict from prior travel stamps

Some countries restrict entry based on passport stamps or visas

Frequent international visa processing

One passport may be unavailable while another visa is processing

Current passport held by embassy

Travel may be impossible while the passport is unavailable

Active visa should not be canceled

Renewal may cancel the old passport and affect an active visa

Likely Document Need

Written explanation and travel/visa proof

Employer letter, itinerary, or visa schedule

Proof of embassy or consulate processing

Current passport and visa evidence

What Is Included

SameDay Passport & Visas can help with:

Second passport eligibility review
DS-82 or DS-11 form-path guidance
Required signed statement guidance
Passport photo review
Travel and visa proof checklist
Fee and shipping review
Urgent deadline planning
Final document review before submission

How to Apply

Complete Online Application

Fill out your application online and make sure all details are accurate to help avoid delays. Do not sign the application until instructed to do so. If you have been issued a Social Security number, it must be included as part of your application. We assist in reviewing your information to ensure everything is properly completed before moving forward.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship

Provide an original valid form of identification with your application. Acceptable options include a valid driver’s license, state-issued ID, or military identification.

If you’re unable to provide one of these primary forms, alternative identification options may be available. Additional documentation may also be required in certain situations, such as name or gender updates.

We assist in reviewing your documents to help ensure everything is properly prepared and to avoid delays in your application process.

Current U.S. Passport

Include your current passport with your application, as long as it is in good condition. Once your new passport is issued, your previous passport will be returned to you. We assist in reviewing your documents to help ensure everything is properly prepared and to avoid delays in the process.

Flight Itinerary

If available, include a copy of your flight itinerary or travel confirmation with your documents to support your timeline. If you don’t have confirmed travel yet, you can still move forward—we’ll guide you on what to include to keep your application on track.

Passport Photos

Submit a recent passport photo that meets the required specifications. The photo must be 2″ x 2″, taken on a plain white background, and captured within the last 30 days. We assist in reviewing your photos to ensure they meet the correct standards and help prevent delays in your application process.

Business Letter

Provide an original business letter with a handwritten signature from your employer explaining the need for a second passport. We assist in reviewing your documents to ensure everything is properly prepared and helps avoid delays in your application process.

Second Limited Passport Statement

Complete and sign the required statement form as part of your application. We assist in reviewing your form to ensure it is properly filled out and ready to move forward without delays.

Applying by Mail? Complete Two Letters of Authorization

If you’re submitting your application by mail, complete two Letters of Authorization and include them with your documents. We assist in reviewing your paperwork to ensure everything is properly completed and help keep your application moving forward without delays.

Applying by Mail? Complete a Service Order Form

If you’re submitting your application by mail, complete the service order form and include it with your documents. We assist in reviewing your paperwork to ensure everything is properly completed and help keep your application on track without delays.

Expedited government fees require payment via cashier’s check or money order addressed to the “U.S. Department of State.”

Service

First Time Passport

Passport Renewal

Lost/Stolen/Mutilated Passport

Child / Minor (Under 16)

Second Passport

Limited Validity

Passport Card Without Passport Book (Adult)

Passport Card With Passport Book (Adult)

Passport Card Without Passport Book (Child)

Passport Card With Passport Book (Child)

Name Change (Less Than 1 Year Since Passport Was Issued)

Name Change (More Than 1 Year Since Passport Was Issued)

Fees

$190.00 + $35.00 Execution Fee

$190.00

$190.00 + $35.00 Execution Fee

$160.00 + $35.00 Execution Fee

$190.00

$90.00

$190.00 +$30.00

$75.00

$160.00 + $15.00

$60.00

$190.00

Total Fees

Total fees include government costs, expediting services, and FedEx return shipment

Optional Service. We only return passports using FedEx.

Service

Priority Overnight Delivery

First Overnight (8:30 AM)

Saturday Delivery

Fees

$35.00

$69.00

$42.00

Step-by-Step Second Passport Process

Call (323) 208-5755 and explain why you need a second passport.
Confirm whether the situation fits a recognized second-passport need.
Confirm whether DS-82 or DS-11 is the correct form.
Prepare a signed and dated statement explaining why the second passport is needed.
Gather your current passport, passport photo, travel proof, visa proof, and fees.
Choose the fastest available submission path for your deadline.
Track the application and update travel profiles when the second passport is issued.

Documents To Prepare

Current valid U.S. passport book
Completed DS-82 or DS-11, depending on eligibility
Signed and dated statement explaining why you need a second passport book
One compliant passport photo
Travel itinerary, visa schedule, employer letter, or proof of visa conflict
Government fee payment
Valid ID and photocopy, if DS-11 is required

Common Mistakes

Asking for a second passport without a documented qualifying reason
Requesting a second passport card, which is not issued
Forgetting the signed statement
Using DS-82 when the current passport cannot be submitted
Waiting until the passport is already stuck in visa processing
Not updating trusted traveler or airline profiles after receiving a new passport number

Why Choose SameDay Passport & Visas

Second passport cases are narrow and document-specific. SameDay Passport & Visas helps travelers frame the need clearly, gather proof, choose the correct form, and avoid submitting a thin request that does not explain why a second passport book is necessary.

Service Overview

Emergency new passport

Child passport

Lost or stolen passport replacement

Passport name change

Second passport

Limited-validity passport replacement

Need assistance with your passport or visa?

Call us:

(323) 208-5755

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Your Questions Answered

SameDay Passport provides fast and reliable assistance with passport and travel visa applications. As a professional document preparation service, we guide you through the entire process, ensuring your application is completed accurately and meets all current requirements for faster processing.

Can I get a second U.S. passport?

No. Children under 16 cannot renew a passport using adult renewal rules. They must apply again in person using Form DS-11.

Does my child need to be present?

Yes. For children under 16, the child must generally appear in person with parents or guardians when applying.

Do both parents need to be there?

Both parents or guardians generally must approve the passport. If one parent cannot appear, extra consent or custody documents may be required.

How fast can my child get a passport?

Current expedited processing is 2-3 weeks, not including mailing time. If international travel is within 14 calendar days, an urgent agency appointment may be available if you qualify and appointments are open.

How much does a child passport cost?

Service help starts at $199 + government fees + shipping. Government examples for a child passport book include a $100 application fee and $35 acceptance fee. Expedited service is $60 if used.

What if my child is 16 or 17?

Applicants age 16 or 17 follow different rules than children under 16. Call so the right checklist can be used.

Schedule a Free Consultation

Our team is here to listen, understand your needs, and provide tailored solutions that fit your vision

Our Locations

We take the complexity and uncertainty out of the visa application process by working directly with foreign consulates on your behalf.

Los Angeles

145 S Fairfax Ave Suite 375, Los Angeles, CA 90036, United States

Miami

Beverly Blvd

Arlington

1420 N Cooper St Suite 108 Arlington, TX 76011

Austin

6901 N Lamar Blvd Suite 126 Austin, TX 78752

Dallas

811 S Central Expy Suite #500 Richardson, TX 75080

New York

347 5th Ave Suite 1212 A New York, NY 10016

Houston

2100 West Loop South Suite 900 Houston, TX 77027

Washington DC

1441 L St NW Suite #1231 Washington, DC 20005